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Conley's hosts annual Passover Seder

Joel Simon holds the matzah, and describes its meaning during the Community in Unity Passover Seder held March 22 at Conley's United Methodist Church. BY NICK ROTH
Nick Roth
April 6, 2016
Deacon Dave McDowell of St. Michael the Archangel listens as one of the glasses of wine is prayed over. BY NICK ROTH
Beth Cohen, an ordained rabbi at Seaside Jewish Community, shares a light moment with Ethan Simon. BY NICK ROTH
Pastor Mike Hurley of Conley's United Methodist Church welcomes guests to the Seder. BY NICK ROTH
Bill Baker, co-chair, provides a rundown of the evening's festivities. BY NICK ROTH
Joel Simon of Seaside Jewish Community leads a group of 200 people through the Passover Seder. BY NICK ROTH
Fran Sneider, left, and Beth Cohen, each of Seaside Jewish Community, were among those seated at the head table for the Seder. BY NICK ROTH
Ethan Simon ensures his mother stays on track in the booklet. BY NICK ROTH

All faiths were welcome at Conley's United Methodist Church March 22 to take part in a traditional Passover Seder. Joel Simon, director of religious education at Seaside Jewish Community, led the gathering of about 200 people, many of whom took part in their first Seder.

Passover will be begin Friday, April 22.

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Nick Roth is the news editor. He has been with the Cape Gazette since 2012, previously covering town beats in Milton and Lewes. In addition to serving on the editorial board and handling page layout, Nick is responsible for the weekly Delaware History in Photographs feature and enjoys writing stories about the Cape Region’s history. Prior to the Cape Gazette, Nick worked for the Delmarva Media Group, including the Delaware Wave, Delaware Coast Press and Salisbury Daily Times. He also contributed to The News Journal. Originally from Boyertown, Pa., Nick attended Shippensburg University in central Pennsylvania, graduating in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. He’s won several MDDC awards during his career for both writing and photography. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, going to the beach with his family and cheering for Philadelphia sports teams. 

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